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Actor for Greg Heffley, Grayson Schindler, writes in his diary about his adventures in becoming the most popular kid in school.
Diary of a Dedicated Kid: the Impact of Theater
A list of the eight students selected for All District Chorus provided by Louisa County Public Schools.
The Process of Becoming All-District for Chorus
Juniors Chloe Cajigas, Vanessa Breslin, and Charlee Davis pose with their first place award they won in the total look competition at the State Fair.
Cosmetology’s Successes in the State Fair
Trunk or Treat brings the community together for a night full of candy and fun, made in Canva.
Annual Trunk or Treat
Main Stage cast members Myles Mackie and Madison Gardner act out scene 5, The Second Town.
Behind the Scene
Junior Lauren Goodman looking out the school window thinking of her family.
La Teoría del Apego y lo que Significa
Cobertura de Bondad
Cobertura de Bondad
Estudiantes extranjeros de intercambio vienen a Louisa
Estudiantes extranjeros de intercambio vienen a Louisa
Mrs. Matthews and Ms. Forbes sit at the main desk in the library where the greet students daily.
Héroes invisibles: los rostros detrás de los libros
The Lady Lions varsity basketball team huddled together during a timeout in their game against Albemarle
Estudiantes Llegan a La Cima
Created by Mackenzie Randlett on Canva.
2024-2025 Winter Sports Outlook
The team high fives the opposing players of E.C Glass High School after a 6-0 win for the lions. Courtesy of Madison Stewart.
The Varsity Field Hockey Team Sticks Together through Changes Made this Season
University of Virginia basketball program Canva graphic
Tony Bennett Retires
The varsity volleyball team, from left to right: Lola Rodriguez, Elliott Moreno, Jada Green, Hazel Casey, Alyssa Hopkins, Isabella Williams, Charlee Davis, Kristen Martinez, Jillian Kegley, Makayla Vest-Sims. The team's goal for the 2024-25 season was to grow as a team. Photo courtesy of Hailey Rossen.
Volleyball Team Rallied for Growth
“Hollywood” Williams Rises the Tide to New Heights
“Hollywood” Williams Rises the Tide to New Heights
The official Wicked movie poster, from Billboard.
Wicked Movie Review
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer
Events Happening this Weekend 12/13-12/15
Two mugs created together to be sold for people who go without food.
National Art Honor Society Bowl Sale
Canva image designed by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
November Artist of the Month
November Artist of the Month
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer
Events Happening this Weekend 12/13-12/15
Canva image designed by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
Canva image designed by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 11/22-11/24
Canva image designed by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 11/15-11/17
Canva image designed by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 11/8-11/10
The official Wicked movie poster, from Billboard.
Wicked Movie Review
Emma Myers stars as Pippa Fitz-Amobi in Netflix’s “A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder.”
Did Netflix Bury It?
Kelsea Ballerini's "Patterns album cover." Courtesy of Kelsea Ballerini's Instagram
Kelsea Ballerini has ‘Patterns’
Short n' Sweet album cover curtesy of Sabrina Carpenter Official website.
Short n’ Sweet
Gabriella McGehee smiles as she poses next to Santa Claus.
X-Mas Wishlist Feature
The 2024 Little Lions Learning Lab banner hangs in the classroom, reminding students to always keep growing.
Teachers for Tomorrow Prepares Students for the Future
A screenshot of an EndeavourOS system that has been customized to the user's liking.
Linux: the Path Less Known
Students from Lauren Adair's class enjoy their weekly volunteer trips around Louisa. (credit to Carrie Hicks)
Program Prepares Students for their Future
Lily Hubler performing a monologue during Peter Pan. Photo courtesy of Lily Hubler.
Artist of the Month: Lily Hubler
My cat as she plays hide and seek while snuggled up in her cat tree.
Therapy Through a Different Lens
The Washington Commanders vs. The Dallas Cowboys.
Best Rivalries in Sports
College Advisor Brice Wilson shares his views on the importance of extracurriculars.
The Influence of High School Extracurriculars on the College Admissions Process
Inside Out 2 picture courtesy of Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.
Inside Out 2
An umpire at a high school softball game directing the players to the correct spot.
The Right Call at What Cost
Mental Health Today podcast logo created on Canva
Mental Health Today: Holidays and Semesters Closing
Myself and Mrs. LaBarr, the teacher who inspired me to become an art teacher.
Finding My Inner Artist through My Teachers
Holiday Edition
Holiday Edition
The band watches as the varsity football team enters the field for Friday Night Lights.
Band Photo Essay
LC Hiking Club
LC Hiking Club
Holiday Edition
Holiday Edition
Helping
Helping
Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice
Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice
All Good Things Come to an End- Flipbook 4
All Good Things Come to an End- Flipbook 4
Reaching for the stars
Reaching for the stars
Mental Health Today podcast logo created on Canva
Mental Health Today: Holidays and Semesters Closing
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist are joined by special guests to talk about school stress. Graphic made on Canva.
Mental Health: School Stress
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist talk about their bullying experiences. Graphic made on Canva
Mental Health: Bullying
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist talk about Sources of Strength with a few special guests. Graphic made on Canva
Mental Health: Sources of Strength
Staffers Deisy Siegrist and Natalie Spencer talk about having to balance sports and school in the mental health perspective. Graphic made on Canva.
Mental Health: Sports and Mental Health
Myself and Mrs. LaBarr, the teacher who inspired me to become an art teacher.
Finding My Inner Artist through My Teachers
"The Secret of Us" album cover photo taken from Chuffs Media Gracie Abrams Press Shots.
Gracie Abrams Concert Blog
This is just one of the many beautiful sunsets I witnessed during my time at Radford University.
A Summer to Remember
Encouraging poster for students taking the SOL, telling them to stay calm because they got it!
Addy’s guide to survive the SOL’s
Gracen Tate posing for a senior photo in Myrtle Beach, Sc. Image made using Canva.
Same girl, New ending
Would You Rather Have a Year-Round Schedule or Keep the Same Two-Semester Schedule?
Would You Rather Have a Year-Round Schedule or Keep the Same Two-Semester Schedule?
Encouraging poster for students taking the SOL, telling them to stay calm because they got it!
Addy’s guide to survive the SOL’s
Theater seniors performed their last performance
Theater seniors performed their last performance
Infographic made by Kara Kotowski on Canva showing the chart on the responses in the survey.
Would you rather?; What would you add?
Participants in the annual Wreaths Across America.
Wreaths Across America
  • December 18Wrestling competes today.
  • December 18Winter Break will start tomorrow.
  • December 18Indoor track has a meet at FUMA today.
  • December 18Today is the last day of the first semester.
  • December 12JV and Varsity boys basketball play Chancellor today.
  • December 12Varsity girls basketball plays Patrick Henry today.
  • December 12Time named Donald Trump Person of the Year.
  • December 11Varsity wrestling has a meet today.
  • December 11Indoor track has a meet at Fork Union today.
  • December 11The FFA Christmas Party is today.
The Student News Site of Louisa County High School

The Lion's Roar
The Student News Site of Louisa County High School

The Lion's Roar
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Senior and Editor in Chief, Ashlynn Harding poses in a field with her cap and gown for her graduation photos that were taken by April Summers.

Caffeine and degrees: senior send-off

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
May 11, 2023
Photo created by Ashlynn Harding off of Canva. This image features a cap and diploma for graduation.

2023 Graduation

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in chief
May 2, 2023
Ms. Fletcher will be going "back to the rotos" of Louisa County by running at all the schools on Thursday the 30th. Show your support by repping your schools motivational word and or by tracking your mileage.

2023 Lion Pride Run: “Back to the roots”

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
March 29, 2023
Photo featuring the Doshier's Donuts food truck stationed in front of the previous building the Dairy Bar, along with an image showing their donuts and a featured image of their Dodo bird mascot.

Doshier’s Donuts: More than just a donut

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in chief
March 22, 2023
Roses are Red, Violets are Blue, Here is some Valentines Day History for You

Roses are Red, Violets are Blue, Here is some Valentines Day History for You

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in chief
February 7, 2023
Black History Month: A Month to Remember

Black History Month: A Month to Remember

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in chief
February 7, 2023
Valentines Day gifts for your "special someone"

Valentines Day gifts for your “special someone”

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in chief
February 1, 2023
Le Moulin de la Gallete, Pablo Picasso

[Photo] The Year of Picasso Celebration

January 30, 2023
Julia Stiles featured above playing Kat Straford in 10 Things I Hate About You, showing her excitement when receiving her acceptance letter to her dream school.

Thank you for your payment

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
January 11, 2023
Image features holiday gnomes to represent the festive spirit.

Holiday season

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
November 28, 2022
11/18-11/20

11/18-11/20

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
November 18, 2022
Cover image featuring holiday lights and gifts.

Holidays don’t have to be homemade

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
November 18, 2022
Weekend Outlook image featuring the American flag details for Veterans Day.

11/11-11/13

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
November 11, 2022
Photo off of Canva featuring the weekend outlook.

11/4-11/6

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
November 4, 2022
Editor in Chief, Ashlynn Harding poses in front of the Black Adam sign at the Paragon movie theater in Spotsylvania.

Black Adam Review: antihero addition to the D.C. comics

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
November 3, 2022
Photo created by Ashlynn Harding.

10/21-10/23

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
October 21, 2022
10/14-10/16

10/14-10/16

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
October 14, 2022
Ashlynn Harding and Julia Gibson pose for a BeReal while at the Virginia State Fair.

[Photo] It’s Time to BeReal

Katelynn Jones, Copy Editor and News Editor
October 14, 2022
Photo courtesy of ShutterStock featuring a fall weekend sign in leaves.

10/7-10/9

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
October 7, 2022
Photo courtesy of The Cold Wire featuring a note with Friday written on it.

9/30-10/2

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
September 30, 2022
Photo courtesy of Wayne UNC Health Center featuring an online weekend sign.

9/23-9/25

Ashlynn Harding, Editor In Chief
September 23, 2022
Photo courtesy of Stock Images featuring the World Trade Center in honor of 9/11.

9/9-9/11

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
September 9, 2022
Photo courtesy of Ellen Rosson featuring Labor Day sign.

9/2-9/4

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
September 2, 2022
8/26-8/28

8/26-8/28

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
August 26, 2022
Ashlynn Harding is featured in the middle of the Mad Batter sign holding her two main reviewed cupcakes, the chocolate and red velvet.

Going mad for the Mad Batter

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
August 26, 2022
Weekend Outlook

Weekend Outlook

Ashlynn Harding, Chief Copy Editor
May 6, 2022
Weekend Outlook

Weekend Outlook

Ashlynn Harding, Chief Copy Editor
April 29, 2022
Weekend Outlook

Weekend Outlook

Ashlynn Harding, Chief Copy Editor
April 22, 2022
Hiking Club hosts Earth Day Cornhole Tournament

Hiking Club hosts Earth Day Cornhole Tournament

Ashlynn Harding, Chief Copy Editor
April 22, 2022
Photo by Coach Stanley

Tennis Outlook

Ashlynn Harding, Chief Copy Editor
April 8, 2022
Weekend Outlook 4/10

Weekend Outlook 4/10

Ashlynn Harding, Chief Copy Editor
April 8, 2022
Photot by Stock Images

Weekend Outlook

Ashlynn Harding, Copy Editor
April 1, 2022
Weekend Outlook

Weekend Outlook

Ashlynn Harding, Chief Copy Editor
March 25, 2022
Kate Fletcher pointing to her mileage run board in her classroom.

Fletcher trains for run to D.C.

Ashlynn Harding, Chief Copy Editor
March 16, 2022
Weekend Outlook: Things to do over the weekend

Weekend Outlook: Things to do over the weekend

Ashlynn Harding, Chief Copy Editor
February 25, 2022
Weekend Outlook: Things to do over the weekend

Weekend Outlook: Things to do over the weekend

Ashlynn Harding, Chief Copy Editor
February 18, 2022
Glenn Youngkin waves to the crowd at his inauguration on Saturday Jan. 15, in Richmond, Virginia.

Governor Youngkin removes mask mandate in public schools

Ashlynn Harding, Chief Copy Editor
February 16, 2022
Weekend Outlook- Things to do over the weekend

Weekend Outlook- Things to do over the weekend

Ashlynn Harding, Chief Copy Editor
February 4, 2022
County prepares for upcoming snow

County prepares for upcoming snow

Ashlynn Harding, Chief Copy Editor
January 14, 2022
A poster in the LCHS hallways to promote the upcoming toy drive.

Christmas comes to Louisa County

Ashlynn Harding, Chief Copy Editor, News Editor, and Social Media Manager
November 30, 2021
Black Friday stores and deals

Black Friday stores and deals

Ashlynn Harding, Chief Copy Editor
November 22, 2021
Jobs joining the Jungle

Jobs joining the Jungle

Ashlynn Harding, Chief Copy Editor
November 9, 2021

Vote for the Best Halloween Candy

Ashlynn Harding
October 26, 2021
Photo courtesy of Louisa County Public Schools

Falling into the new School Year

Ashlynn Harding, Chief Copy Editor
October 8, 2021
Agricultural fair makes move to Mineral

Agricultural fair makes move to Mineral

Ashlynn Harding, Reporter/Photographer
May 18, 2021
Lake Anna Wellness Studio offers a variety of services for customers.

Lake Anna Wellness Studio

Ashlynn Harding, Reporter/Photographer
April 13, 2021
Class of 2018 LCHS alum, Owen Smith, is racing among the top 1% of drivers in the country in the ARCA Menards series.

LCHS alum chases his dream– at 190 mph

Ashlynn Harding, Reporter
April 2, 2021
Senior Olivia Hurley and Chloe Fritz head to states after their regional successes.

Competitors head to state indoor track meet

Ashlynn Harding, Reporter/Photographer
March 1, 2021
Basketball in the blood

Basketball in the blood

Ashlynn Harding, Reporter/Photographer
March 1, 2021
#TeamLCPS pumpkin carving contest

#TeamLCPS pumpkin carving contest

Sydney Perkins and Ashlynn Harding
October 15, 2020
Senior Haley Rosson carves a few pumpkins to help advertise this year's division-wide contest.

LCHS hosts #Team LCPS Pumpkin Carving Contest

Ashlynn Harding, Reporter
October 8, 2020
These ¨Wireless On Wheels¨ machines seen throughout the county were created by LCPS technology, and now LCHS CTE students are joining the ranks to help bring even more internet accessibility to the community. 

Energy & Power students assist in build

Ashlynn Harding, Reporter
September 24, 2020
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